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Every episode of EKIBEN JAPAN ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of EKIBEN JAPAN!

"Ekiben" are lunch boxes sold at train stations enjoyed during train journeys which are filled with the charm of each region of Japan! Let's embark on a journey to encounter a selection of lunch boxes

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    EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 1 - A Feast Nurtured by a Volcano
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    #1 - A Feast Nurtured by a Volcano

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    Sakurajima, an active volcano in southern Japan. Surprisingly, there is a technique called “Haiboshi” that maximizes the flavor of seasonal fish using its volcanic ash. Let's explore the phantom technique that was once lost.

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  2. EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 2 - Comfort Food from the Northern Seas
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    #2 - Comfort Food from the Northern Seas

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    At Bokoi Station in Hokkaido Prefecture, a family trio makes just 40 ekiben per day. The surf clam called hokkigai, a regional comfort food, is locally sourced, along with the kombu and even the salt.

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  3. EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 3 - Ocean Delicacy Meets Mountain Delights
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    #3 - Ocean Delicacy Meets Mountain Delights

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    On the scenic Izu Peninsula, there's a bento made with local horse mackerel, rice, wasabi and salted cherry leaves. Discover an ekiben of nature's bounty and heartfelt artistry.

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  4. EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 4 - Octopus Cuisine Inspired by Tradition
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    #4 - Octopus Cuisine Inspired by Tradition

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    A bento from Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture features a local octopus specialty. The container of this unique bento is also interesting as they're shaped the same as the pots used in traditional octopus fishing.

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  5. EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 5 - Mythical Flavors of Fermentation
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    #5 - Mythical Flavors of Fermentation

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    Shimane Prefecture's miso-stewed beef bento features beef simmered in naturally fermented miso and soy sauce with cooking sake, highlighting the Izumo region's koji culture. It pairs well with the quality rice!

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  6. EKIBEN JAPAN Season 1 Episode 6 - A Bento Shaped by Layers of Tradition
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    #6 - A Bento Shaped by Layers of Tradition

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    In Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Feast Nurtured by a Volcano" is the best rated episode of "EKIBEN JAPAN". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/1/2024. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Comfort Food from the Northern Seas".